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Chelsea rising star wins PL2 player of the month award after sensational start to the season

Rising Chelsea star Reggie Watson has just been given the PL2 player of the month award, another sign he’s going right to the top.If you enjoy Talk Chelsea coverage and want to see more of it, add u...

Chelsea rising star wins PL2 player of the month award after sensational start to the season

Reggie Watson, a rising star at Chelsea, has been awarded the PL2 Player of the Month for September, showcasing his impressive performance throughout the month. The young midfielder scored three goals in just two games, including a stunning free kick, demonstrating his exceptional talent at just 16 years old. Playing alongside older teammates, typically 18 or older, Watson's remarkable achievements stand out even more.

In August, Watson had an excellent month as well, contributing to Cobham Next Gen's fourth-place position in the table after winning three of their four games. Much of this success can be attributed to Watson's contributions, which have caught the attention of manager Xabi Alonso, who has taken a keen interest in the promising young talent.

Watson is in a similar position to fellow 16-year-old midfielder Mahdi Nicoll-Jazuli, who was recently called up to the first team against Brentford before the international break. Both Watson and Nicoll-Jazuli have strong prospects for becoming top players, with Alonso clearly keeping an eye on their potential. Their progress suggests that they may see more playing time with the first team this season.

For those interested in more Chelsea coverage, the source encourages readers to add the site as a preferred source on Google to receive more content and updates. In related news, Chelsea is predicted to face Portsmouth in an upcoming friendly, and Watson could potentially feature in that game. Additionally, some Chelsea players are not currently in the squad due to individual training programs that extend until the following week.

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